Universidade Feevale

The academic period, due to the changes it causes in individuals' lives and routines, has an increased anxiety-inducing potential, with the preparation of the Final Course Project (TCC) being one of the most stressful moments. Consuming higher-calorie and more palatable foods can be a way to alleviate negative emotional symptoms. With this in mind, this study aimed to evaluate the food consumption and emotional aspects of university students during the preparation of their TCC. This was a descriptive, quantitative, and cross-sectional study. An online questionnaire with an Informed Consent Form, made available via social media, was used. The questionnaire was developed by the author and included questions about lifestyle habits, academic routine and TCC preparation, symptoms of anxiety/stress, and food consumption. The sample consisted of 120 students, aged 20 to 41 years, with an average age of 25.33±4.29 years, from different courses, with 63.30% from the Health area. All participants reported experiencing at least one negative emotional symptom related to their final year project (CBT). Regarding the perception of food during moments of anxiety/stress, 54.60% indicated that "when I am anxious/stressed I don't think about the nutritional quality of the food I am consuming". There was a correlation, through Pearson's chi-square test, between the most frequently reported stress symptoms and the most consumed ultra-processed foods rich in refined carbohydrates and fat. These results indicate that there is a relationship between negative emotional aspects and changes in food consumption during moments of stress and anxiety related to CBT in this sample.

The ultraviolet spectrophotometry analysis for quantitative assay of drugs is a method accurate, sensitive, selective and reproductive with the advantage of being a simple and less expensive method. In this study, a derivative ultraviolet spectrophotometric method was developed for simultaneous determination of pyrazinamide (PYZ) and rifampicin (RIF). The spectrophotometric method was evaluated according to validation guidelines for specificity, linearity, limits of detection and quantification, precision, accuracy and robustness. The first-derivative spectra were obtained and by the zerocrossing point, the wavelength 247 nm and 365 nm were selected for PYZ and RIF quantification, respectively. No interference from cubosome excipients was detected in the proposed method. The results demonstrated linearity in a range of 4.0 – 12.0 µg/mL with an adequate correlation coefficient for both drugs. The intra and inter-day precision results (RSD < 5%) indicated the reproducibility of the method. The accuracy data showed satisfactory results (RSD < 5%) from recovery test. In addition, the robustness results showed that the PYZ and RIF content were unaffected by the solvent alteration of methanol to methanol:water (99:1, v/v). The derivative ultraviolet spectrophotometric method proved to be an excellent strategy for simultaneous determination of PYZ and RIF.

A Lei Paulo Gustavo (LPG) consolidou-se como a principal política de fomento cultural do período pós-pandemia no Brasil. Este artigo investiga, portanto, sua execução no Rio Grande do Sul, com ênfase na (in)visibilidade do público jovem entre os 335 projetos contemplados. A pesquisa, de caráter quali-quantitativo, empregou a análise de conteúdo para classificar os projetos conforme o foco voltado à juventude e a natureza das atividades propostas. Os resultados indicam uma invisibilidade de caráter indireto e estrutural: apenas 17,9% dos projetos têm o público jovem como alvo explícito, enquanto 76,7% se dirigem ao chamado “público geral”, o que torna os jovens um grupo implícito, não nomeado e, portanto, não considerado de forma intencional pela política. Verificou-se que a origem desse fenômeno reside na ausência da categoria “juventude” como opção pré-definida no formulário de inscrição, o que institucionalizou sua não nomeação como público específico e produziu uma invisibilidade baseada não na exclusão, mas na falta de reconhecimento intencional. Além disso, os dados mostram uma expressiva correlação (43,3%) entre o foco direto na juventude e os projetos de capacitação, o que sugere uma tendência da política em perceber o jovem principalmente como aprendiz. Conclui-se que a LPG/RS, embora tenha contemplado uma ampla variedade de grupos sociais, como pessoas negras, mulheres e LGBTQIA+, operou com uma concepção restrita de juventude, deixando em segundo plano sua condição de público fruidor e de profissional já inserido no campo cultural.

Objetivo: Verificar a adoção da ecoinovação em produtos e processos em uma empresa do segmento moveleiro para contribuir com o desenvolvimento sustentável. Metodologia: Estudo de caso qualitativo. Os dados foram coletados por meio de vinte entrevistas em profundidade, consultas em documentos e observação participante. Originalidade/Relevância: A ecoinovação é reconhecida como um meio importante para alcançar o desenvolvimento sustentável nas organizações, impulsionada pela crescente demanda por proteção ambiental em nível global. Principais resultados: Para a adoção da ecoinovação, em primeiro plano, é apresentada a possível redução de custos que a nova prática de processos ou novo produto proporcionará para empresa, para que seja dada sequência a implementação. Contribuições teóricas/metodológicas: A pesquisa contribui no sentido de elucidar produtos e processos ecoinovadores no contexto da indústria moveleira que podem contribuir para os objetivos do desenvolvimento sustentável. Contribuições sociais/para a gestão: Apresentação de estratégias e ações de ecoinovação implementadas em uma indústria moveleira para contribuir com os princípios do desenvolvimento sustentável.

A mediação cultural e social, junto da arte/educação em espaços expositivos, pode auxiliar na promoção do acesso de diferentes públicos a esses espaços, pois, por meio da arte/educação, são estabelecidas relações do público com a arte. Concepções de cunho elitista fomentadas pelas formas de pensar a arte e seu ensino ao longo dos anos no Brasil, desestimularam a presença da diversidade de públicos nos espaços expositivos artísticos. O presente artigo tem como tema a mediação cultural e social e a arte/educação na construção de duas exposições de arte e seus impactos para um grupo de adolescentes de uma OSCIP. A justificativa diz respeito à promoção do diálogo entre a diversidade de públicos, considerando, como grupo de pesquisa, adolescentes com idades entre 12 e 15 anos que frequentam a OSCIP. O objetivo geral é analisar os impactos das exposiçõesa partir de ações arte/educativas fundamentadas na Abordagem Triangular e na perspectiva de mediação cultural e social com o grupo participante. A metodologia consiste em uma pesquisa participante do ponto de vista de seus procedimentos técnicos, de abordagem qualitativa e de cunho exploratório. Os resultados apontam para a importância de ações arte/educativas para reflexões acerca da inclusão e do acesso de diferentes grupos a espaços culturais artísticos.

Although Twitter has been subject to modifications since its conception, the acquisition by Elon Musk in 2022 represented perhaps its most dramatic vibe shift. The rebranding to X and the extremist political orientation increasingly encouraged by Musk have recently led to a mass exodus of users to alternative platforms – a pattern of migration many referred to as #Xodus. We explore this transition in which ordinary users have decided that it was time to move away from Twitter/X and, simultaneously, attempt to make sense of the logics, affordances, and atmospheres of competing apps – particularly, Bluesky. To examine how users perceive and articulate the atmospheres of Bluesky (and how those, in turn, are compared to X’s), we conducted a mixed-method study combining NLP Semantic Analysis and qualitative Thematic Analysis of messages mentioning ‘Twitter’ posted on Bluesky in October-November 2024. Our preliminary findings indicate that some of the main themes are: mourning the Twitter that once was; celebrating the escape from a toxic environment; and actively cultivating Bluesky as a ‘good place’. While Bluesky’s technical affordances are described in many posts as ‘almost identical’ to X’s, users seem to associate its ‘vibe’ with an older, better, pre-Musk social medium. Also, many of the analyzed posts included tips and suggestions on how to protect the new space from toxicity, such as how to block and avoid feeding trolls – demonstrating the acquired literacy of atmosphere staging and the resistance tactics of platform migration.

Imagine a scenario in which players engage in conversations with non-playable characters (NPCs) in video games using a microphone, free from scripted responses or predefined constraints. With the advancement of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI), this possibility has become more feasible than ever. This article examines the Mantella mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Bethesda, 2011), which facilitates natural language interactions with NPCs, transforming player engagement within the game’s fictional universe. Skyrim is an action role-playing game (RPG) developed by Bethesda Game Studios. With over 60 million copies sold and releases spanning three generations of gaming consoles, Skyrim has cemented its place in gaming history. A significant factor contributing to its enduring relevance is its vibrant modding community, which has enabled players to modify and expand the game in myriad ways – ranging from graphical enhancements to the introduction of new areas and survival mechanics. This extensive capacity for customization has sustained the game’s popularity for over a decade since its initial release. The primary objective of this article is to investigate the creative appropriation of GAI by Skyrim's PC modding community. Specifically, it addresses the following question: What AI imaginaries emerge from Skyrim gameplay influenced by the Mantella mod? To explore this question, 13 YouTube videos were collected using ethnographic techniques, complemented by a formal gameplay analysis.

Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is the standard agent for bowel preparation in colonoscopy. However, its combination with linaclotide may enhance bowel cleansing. This systematic review and meta-analysis compared the efficacy and safety of linaclotide combined with PEG versus PEG alone in patients undergoing colonoscopy. We searched PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases. We calculated pooled risk ratios (RRs) for dichotomous and mean differences (MDs) for continuous outcomes, with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). We included 8 RCTs (3591 patients). Linaclotide improved preparation quality (MD 0.31; 95% CI [0.08, 0.54]), willingness to repeat the preparation (RR 1.16; 95% CI [1.09, 1.23]), and reduced adverse events (AEs). Adenoma detection rate (ADR), polyp detection rate (PDR), cecal intubation rate, and withdrawal time were similar between the groups. Subgroup analyses showed consistent results, except for: (1) patients with constipation - linaclotide improved PDR and reduced withdrawal time; (2) studies using a lower volume of PEG in the intervention group - preparation quality was similar between groups; and (3) studies using the same volume of PEG in both groups- linaclotide improved PDR and ADR, but with similar willingness to repeat the preparation and risk of AEs. Linaclotide with PEG improved preparation quality, willingness to repeat the preparation, and reduced AEs compared to PEG alone. Subgroup analyses findings are particularly relevant for patients with a history of inadequate bowel preparation, especially those with low tolerance to high-volume PEG or difficulty achieving effective colonic cleansing. Future studies should further explore the cost-effectiveness and the applicability across diverse regimens and patient characteristics.